Kandhar Ghat
Kandhar Ghat is a village located in Seoni tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Seoni. Seoni is the sub-district headquarter of Kandhar Ghat village. As per 2009 stats, Dumehar is the gram panchayat of Kandhar Ghat village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhar Ghat unique in its vibrant Seoni-Shimla region. You’ll see Kandhar Ghat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kandhar Ghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhar Ghat is 024126. The village spans a total geographical area of 182.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171018. Seoni is nearest town to Kandhar Ghat village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kandhar Ghat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandhar Ghat
Population of Kandhar Ghat
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhar Ghat has a total population of about 248, with approximately 124 males and 124 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.61%, with male literacy at about 84.68% and female literacy near 68.55%. There are around 50 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhar Ghat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 190 | 105 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 19 | 39 |
Connectivity of Kandhar Ghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhar Ghat. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhar Ghat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandhar Ghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhar Ghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhar Ghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhar Ghat
- Where is Kandhar Ghat located?
- Kandhar Ghat village is situated in Seoni Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhar Ghat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandhar Ghat is Dumehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandhar Ghat?
- The pincode of Kandhar Ghat is 171018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandhar Ghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhar Ghat is 248, with 124 males and 124 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhar Ghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhar Ghat village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhar Ghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhar Ghat is 76.61%. The male literacy rate is 84.68%, while the female literacy rate is 68.55%.